R&D (Nutra Prefer)

Job Description:

R&D Executive – Nutra Prefer (Nutraceutical Research & Development)

Position Overview

The R&D Executive is responsible for driving innovation in nutraceutical product development—from ideation and formulation to testing and commercialization.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Product Development & Formulation
• Lead development of new nutraceutical formulations (e.g., sports nutrition, general wellness, medical nutrition) from concept to launch.
• Select ingredients (vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, etc.) based on scientific literature and regulatory compliance.
• Design and refine dosage forms—such as capsules, tablets, powders, and liquid formulations.
• Analytical Research & Validation
• Collaborate with formulation and QA teams to conduct stability studies, bioavailability assessments, and shelf-life testing.
• Ensure products meet quality benchmarks based on physiochemical properties and performance standards.
• Regulatory Adherence & Documentation
• Prepare dossiers and technical documentation in line with FSSAI guidelines, GMP requirements, and other regulatory standards.
• Ensure accurate label claims and dosage disclosures per legal frameworks.
• Pilot Scale-Up & Tech Transfer
• Guide pilot-scale manufacturing, validating process parameters for efficient and scalable batch production.
• Document workflows and advise manufacturing teams on scale-up protocols.
• Industry & Academia Collaboration
• Collaborate with academic or industry research groups for co-development, ingredient sourcing, or clinical validation.
• Conduct literature reviews and evaluate potential new ingredient technologies.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Stay abreast of industry trends, including personalized nutrition, functional formulations, and regulatory advancements.
• Identify emerging ingredients or formulation techniques to integrate into product pipelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with QA, production, procurement, marketing, and regulatory affairs for seamless product development and launch.
• Support marketing with scientifically backed claims and documentation for new products.
• Quality Assurance Standards
• Ensure processes comply with CGMP, FSMS—and potentially ISO—standards for food safety and quality.
• Promote a transparent and ethical approach in all product claims and marketing strategies Express Pharma Express Nutra.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Science, Nutrition, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Prior experience in formulation, analytical R&D, or nutraceutical development.
• Strong understanding of ingredient science, regulatory norms, and product lifecycle management.
• Skills in technical documentation, data-driven decision-making, and team collaboration.
• Innovative mindset with a focus on evidence-based development and transparency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month